6/19/2012: During a police pursuit, Howard crashed his car, then fled on foot. Officers caught up with him and restrained him, likely causing broken ribs, a punctured lung, and a broken arm. He was admitted to the hospital June 19, where he died of pneumonia brought on by his injuries June 23, 2012. http://www.reddirtreport.com/red-dirt-news/local-attorney-calls-outside-investigation-okc-cop